BNI Decatur

BNI Decatur We help members grow business thru a structured & professional referral system locally in Decatur, GA Grill at 1042 W College Ave, Decatur, GA 30030.

Please join BNI Decatur on Thursdays at 9:00AM for networking at Wahoo! Bring a stack of business cards and your "elevator pitch." We love visitors! BNI is the world's largest business and professional networking organization, with more than 8200+ chapters in 70+ countries. BNI Atlanta operates 38+ chapters in Georgia.

Strong morning of networking, referrals, and relationship building at BNI Decatur on Thursday, May 21st!We welcomed 7 vi...
05/21/2026

Strong morning of networking, referrals, and relationship building at BNI Decatur on Thursday, May 21st!

We welcomed 7 visitors to the meeting today, including:
• 4 substitutes
• 1 visiting member
• 2 guests

Our featured speaker this week was Stewart Jones with J3 Concrete Coatings, who gave an outstanding presentation on transforming garages, patios, pool decks, and commercial concrete surfaces through professional coating systems. Stewart did a great job educating the room on the difference between standard epoxy products and the industrial-grade polyurea/polyaspartic systems his company installs, along with the importance of proper concrete preparation and long-term durability.

Congratulations as well to Shani Anderson with Not Just CPAs for winning this week’s Ivan Award for Best 45-Second Presentation! As always, Shani brought creativity and energy to the room — this week using an empty box as a prop to reinforce the importance of “thinking outside the box” when helping business owners solve problems.

We also had another excellent education moment from Stephen Bentley focused on becoming a better listener in networking conversations by paying attention to what people are planning, bragging about, or complaining about — all opportunities to identify quality referrals and meaningful connections.

If you’re looking to grow your business through intentional networking and trusted referrals, come visit us on a Thursday morning and experience the difference for yourself.

Another fantastic Thursday morning at BNI Decatur!This week we welcomed 9 visitors to the room, including:• 2 first-time...
05/21/2026

Another fantastic Thursday morning at BNI Decatur!

This week we welcomed 9 visitors to the room, including:
• 2 first-time visitors
• 1 guest
• 1 member from another chapter
• 3 repeat visitors
• 2 substitutes

The energy, engagement, and conversations throughout the meeting were outstanding.

Our featured speaker this week was Stacey Lusk with Puddle Pools, who gave an incredibly educational presentation on pool maintenance, common mistakes homeowners make, and how preventative maintenance can save thousands in repairs. Stacey did a great job breaking down everything from circulation and chemistry to leak detection and equipment safety. If you know someone overwhelmed with pool ownership, green water, or noisy equipment, Stacey is your person.

Congratulations as well to Bre Colquitt with Reach Technologies for winning this week’s Ivan Award for best 45-second presentation!

We also had a great education moment from Stephen Bentley reminding members about the importance of properly entering TYFCB (Thank You For Closed Business) and how it reflects the real value and trust generated inside the chapter.

Over the past 12 months, BNI Decatur has generated more than $720,000 in closed business, and the momentum continues.

If you’re looking to grow your business through meaningful relationships, referrals, and community, come visit us and experience it for yourself.

Another incredible Thursday at BNI Decatur!We had 13 visitors join us this week — including 6 first-timers, 3 guests, 2 ...
05/07/2026

Another incredible Thursday at BNI Decatur!

We had 13 visitors join us this week — including 6 first-timers, 3 guests, 2 repeat visitors, and 2 subs. The energy was electric and the room was full of new connections. Welcome, all!

April 2026 Networking Notables — big congratulations to:

JD Kellum (Kellum Group / Keller Williams Realty) — $34,611 in Thank You for Closed Business
Shani Anderson (Not Just CPAs LLC) — 7 referrals given
Jordan Lari (Northwestern Mutual) — 15 CEUs AND 22 one-to-ones (wow!)
Visitors Brought (tied at 1 each): Art Wood (The Art Wood Mortgage Team), Arvin Clark (RPM Majestic), Jordan Lari (Northwestern Mutual), JD Kellum (Kellum Group / KW), Misty Palmer (Tandem Bank), Alex Merritt (Merritt Law), and Wanda Gilchrist (A Lady's Touch)

This week's featured speaker was Sean Dammann (Lion Heart Team @ Allstate), who reminded us that insurance is boring — but people are not. Sean shared his incredible story and why he believes in building relationships, not just policies. Powerful stuff.

Ivan Award for best 45-second presentation goes to Stacey Lusk (Puddle Pools) — who gave us a poem about a neglected pool that had the whole room smiling. Well deserved!

Year-to-date (31 weeks): over $400,000 in closed business passed between members. Givers gain!

Want to see what BNI Decatur is all about? We meet every Thursday at 9:00 AM at Wahoo Grill, 1042 W College Ave, Decatur, GA 30030.

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Thursday, April 20th, 2026Another strong morning at BNI Decatur, where relationships continue to drive real business res...
04/30/2026

Thursday, April 20th, 2026

Another strong morning at BNI Decatur, where relationships continue to drive real business results.

This week, we heard an outstanding featured presentation from **Justin Reames with My Exterior Cleaners**, who broke down the science behind exterior cleaning—from roof soft washing to proper chemical application—and showed exactly how expertise and process separate professionals from the rest. His focus on education, transparency, and results made for a highly impactful presentation.

• **Ivan Award Winner:** Alex Merritt with Merritt Law for best 45-second presentation
• Weekly reminder from our education moment: consistency builds visibility, credibility, and ultimately referrals
• Strong engagement across the room with members and visitors sharing clear, specific asks and opportunities

We also continued to see the power of the room in action, with referrals, testimonials, and closed business reinforcing what happens when you surround yourself with the right network.

Over the past 12 months, our chapter has generated over **$750,000 in closed business**, and we’re just getting started.

If you’re looking to grow your business through intentional relationships and a proven referral system, come visit us and experience it firsthand.

LATE POST: Thursday, April 16thAnother great week at BNI Decatur as we continue building momentum through strong connect...
04/30/2026

LATE POST: Thursday, April 16th

Another great week at BNI Decatur as we continue building momentum through strong connections and consistent engagement.

• Our 10-minute featured presentation was delivered by Lindsay Sullivan with Reily Road Travel, who shared how she helps clients save time and reduce stress by planning everything from personal vacations to large-scale corporate travel experiences
• Abbey Griffith with Clarity Fitness took home the Ivan Award for best 45-second presentation—while also celebrating her recent engagement

From meaningful one-on-ones to valuable referrals, the room continues to show that results come from intentional relationships and showing up each week ready to support one another.

If you’re looking to grow your business through referrals and a strong professional network, come see what we’re about.

Visitors are always welcome.

Another strong BNI Decatur meeting at Wahoo Grill this Thursday, April 9, 2026. We continue to build momentum through re...
04/09/2026

Another strong BNI Decatur meeting at Wahoo Grill this Thursday, April 9, 2026. We continue to build momentum through relationships, referrals, and consistent engagement.

• We officially inducted Ariel Reyes with Personal Assistant Star into the chapter—welcome to the group
• Arvin Clark with Real Property Management delivered a great featured presentation, giving insight into property management and what makes a strong referral
• Justin Reames with My Exterior Cleaners took home this week’s Ivan Award for best 45-second presentation

We also had 7 visitors join us: 5 substitutes, 1 guest, and 1 repeat visitor. We appreciate everyone stepping in and continuing to support the strength of the chapter.

Every week we see the power of showing up, staying engaged, and supporting one another’s businesses. Visitors are always welcome—register using the link in our bio.

Another great BNI Decatur meeting in the books - April 2nd 2026. We kicked things off by recognizing our March 2026 Netw...
04/02/2026

Another great BNI Decatur meeting in the books - April 2nd 2026. We kicked things off by recognizing our March 2026 Networking Leaders and celebrating the incredible results our members continue to produce through strong relationships and consistent engagement.

• Art Wood with Art Wood Mortgage Company with $8,749 in Thank You for Closed Business
• Shani Anderson with Not Just CPAs with 21 Referrals Given
• Dr. Ashlee Wood with Upper Cervical Chiropractic and Thomas Warnke with The Oak Insurance Group tied with 7 Visitors Brought
• Christine Lloyd-Newberry with BridgePoint Power Coaching with 28 CEUs completed
• Arvin Clark with RPM Majestic with 21 one-to-ones

Our featured speaker today was Luis Abularach with Painter Bros, who shared valuable insight into professional painting services and what makes a great referral for his business. We also want to congratulate Mike Aughney with Pure Air Maintenance for winning this week’s Ivan Award for the most energetic 45-second presentation.

Each week continues to reinforce the power of Givers Gain and the impact of building real relationships in business.

Another strong morning at BNI Decatur. We were excited to welcome 9 visitors today, including 4 first-time visitors, 4 g...
03/26/2026

Another strong morning at BNI Decatur. We were excited to welcome 9 visitors today, including 4 first-time visitors, 4 guests, and 1 substitute. Our featured speaker was Joel Waggoner with Fraser Roofing, who gave an excellent presentation on what homeowners and property owners should really know about roof repairs, replacements, and working with a contractor they can trust. Congratulations as well to Daniel Ludin with Fast Signs for winning this week’s Ivan Award for best 45-second presentation. We love seeing the continued energy, engagement, and relationship-building that make this chapter special week after week.

Another great morning at BNI Decatur.We had 100% attendance, welcomed 2 visitors, and heard a strong featured presentati...
03/19/2026

Another great morning at BNI Decatur.

We had 100% attendance, welcomed 2 visitors, and heard a strong featured presentation from Art Wood with The Art Wood Mortgage Team. Art did a great job showing that the mortgage process is not just about rates, but about strategy, communication, and creating real solutions for clients.

Congratulations to Christine Lloyd-Newberry with Emerge Empowered Coaching on winning this week’s Ivan Award for best 45-second presentation.

We are also looking forward to next week’s featured speaker, Joel Waggoner with Fraser Roofing, LLC.

Each week, BNI Decatur continues to prove that relationships, consistency, and trust are what drive real business. If you would like to visit and learn more about our chapter, we would love to have you.

Another strong morning of relationship-building and real business happening at BNI Decatur.We kicked off the meeting by ...
03/12/2026

Another strong morning of relationship-building and real business happening at BNI Decatur.

We kicked off the meeting by officially inducting our newest member, Stacey Lusk with Puddle Pools (Pools, Spas, Saunas). Welcome to the chapter, Stacey — we’re excited to have you as part of the referral network.

We also celebrated our February Networking Notables and recognized members who went above and beyond in generating business activity for the chapter.

• Art Wood – The Art Wood Mortgage Team (Residential Mortgage) led the month with a hat trick: highest Thank You for Closed Business, most Referrals Given, and tied for Visitors Brought
• JD Kellum – Kellum Group / Keller Williams Realty (Residential Real Estate) tied for Visitors Brought
• Stewart Jones – J3 Coatings (Decorative Concrete) tied for Visitors Brought
• Aryeh Bondy – A.S. Bondy, PC (Business Law) tied for Visitors Brought
• Jordan Lari – Northwestern Mutual (Life & Disability Insurance) recorded the highest CEUs for the month
• Justin Reames – My Exterior Cleaner (Power Washing) completed the most one-to-ones in February

Great work to everyone pushing the activity that drives referrals and real business results.

Aryeh Bondy with A.S. Bondy, PC – Business Law was our featured speaker and delivered an insightful presentation on asset protection and why the simplest strategies are often the most effective. His key takeaway: for most business owners, the smartest approach is structuring assets properly with entities and protecting them with the right insurance rather than overly complex legal structures.

Stewart Jones with J3 Coatings (Decorative Concrete) took home the Ivan Award this week for the best 45-second presentation, reminding everyone that clients buy the person first — not the price.

We also had a fantastic turnout of visitors this morning.

• 3 first-time visitors
• 1 guest
• 3 substitutes

Seven visitors in total brought fresh energy and new connections into the room.

Our chapter continues to grow and generate results, with more than $300,000 in Thank You for Closed Business already this fiscal year.

If you’re a business professional looking to grow through structured referrals, collaboration, and accountability, come see what BNI Decatur is building every Thursday morning.

Visitors are always welcome.

BNI Decatur showed up strong this morning with growth, energy, and serious business momentum.We were excited to official...
02/26/2026

BNI Decatur showed up strong this morning with growth, energy, and serious business momentum.

We were excited to officially induct two new members into the chapter:
• Sebrecia Colquitt with Reach Technologies – Promotional Products
• Wanda Gilchrist with A Lady’s Touch – Home Staging

Welcome to the team. We’re looking forward to building with you.

Our featured speaker was Chunja Sinclair with Peak Interiors by Chunja, and she delivered a powerful behind-the-scenes look at what true interior design really involves. From space planning and construction coordination to managing vendors and reducing decision fatigue for homeowners, she walked us through the difference between staging, decorating, and full-service interior design. Her message was clear: great design isn’t just about making a space beautiful — it’s about creating function, flow, and long-term value.

Melissa Curl with Outrun Physical Therapy took home the Ivan Award (Ivan Swan) this week for her memorable education moment on proper shoe selection. She broke down how lightweight design, low heel drop, firmer midsoles, and a wider toe box can improve stability and reduce injury risk. Practical, clear, and actionable — and it earned her the win.

Stephen Bentley’s education moment challenged us to ask deeper questions in our one-to-ones. Surface-level conversations don’t drive referrals. Better questions create clarity, self-realization, and stronger referral triggers. The best networkers don’t just exchange information — they expand perspective.

Visitor recap:
• 2 BNI members from other chapters
• 4 first-time visitors
• 1 repeat visitor/sub

We also celebrated strong chapter performance with over $287,000 in closed business so far this fiscal year and attendance holding above 90 percent. Consistency matters, and it shows.

If you’re a business professional in Decatur or the surrounding area looking for structured, intentional growth through relationships — come see what we’re building.

Go make some deals.

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1042 W College Avenue
Decatur, GA
30030

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+14048193398

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